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Cherished is the Night

*I wrote this sonnet some years ago for my wife, who suffers from fibromyalgia since an auto accident in 1995. An anniversary poem

not Aphrodite's vernal ivory skin
nor Cleopatra's jasmine scented hair
could tempt this man to stray in lustful sin
for next to you no beauty can compare

like Tristan who succumbed to Isolde's spell
or Romeo who died in sweet embrace
I'd freely sacrifice this earthly shell
to see a lasting smile upon your face

it breaks my heart to know you're in such pain
you try so hard to wear a blithe facade
my promise is to stay through sun and rain
remembering the vows made under God

let's celebrate our love 'til morning light
and may we ne'er forget this cherished night

Copyright © Tom Woody | Year Posted 2023

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Zyrool Gifford Date: 8/12/2024 1:04:00 PM A truly beautiful way to show your love and support for your wife,Tom. Sending the Lord’s Blessings to you both. I Hope she has more good than bad days, as I know about the awful pain autoimmune conditions cause, as I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 8/12/2024 2:30:00 PM I'm sorry for your illness. Some good meds for that hope they're helping

Eileen Manassian Date: 8/1/2024 2:15:00 PM How romantic and sweet. Sad to know she suffers. She's a beauty. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 8/1/2024 2:44:00 PM Yeah some days it's really rough. But she's a trooper. Thx

Speaks Volumes Date: 2/4/2024 9:16:00 PM The deep seated love of a devoted partner, sees only one face to love, only one set of hands to hold, one broken heart to mend and one body drenched with pain to ease. Your gift of this poem to the one you love is priceless. No words can better describe the way you feel than what you wrote in this positively awe inspiring poem Tom. Cheers from a flabbergasted Wen. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 2/12/2024 5:58:00 AM Thx so much for appreciating my tribute to this special person

Bukang Liwayway Date: 2/4/2024 7:23:00 AM Awesome poem to your wife. Have a good day Tom ;) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 2/4/2024 9:33:00 AM Thanks much Bukang

Yolanda Nicholsen Date: 12/30/2023 12:45:00 PM Simply beautiful what an awesome write many blessings have a blessed new year Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/30/2023 1:37:00 PM Hey thx Yolanda

Linda Alice Fowler Date: 12/23/2023 9:07:00 AM Such a sweet poem of your love for your wife Tom. She is a lucky woman to have your devoted love. You are an inspiration to couples who traverse such roads. :) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/23/2023 9:31:00 AM Thank you ma'am and have a nice day

Maria Williams Date: 12/18/2023 8:13:00 PM Such a beautiful Sonnet of love and devotion, dear Tommy. This is a dreadful condition; I know some friends who are on constant painkillers. I certainly hope for some breakthrough soon. Take care and say hi to your lovely wife...Hugs Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/19/2023 5:16:00 AM Thx for visiting this oldie but goodie

Panagiota Romios Date: 12/17/2023 8:16:00 PM A phenomenal pen, dipped in both love and compassinom. Your wife is stunning, Tom! Christmas wishes to lovers! Pangie Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/18/2023 5:20:00 AM Yes she is and thx much Pange

Malabika Ray Choudhury Date: 12/13/2023 7:11:00 AM Such a beautiful sonnet you wrote for your wife, Dear Tom - I can imagine how happy and proud she feels! So sad to know about her chronic illness - she is blessed to have a partner like you on her side! Love to both of you ~ Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/13/2023 9:02:00 AM Yes ma'am and thx

Paige Hind Date: 12/9/2023 6:50:00 PM Very kind of you to write this for her and cherish her in her illness. I am happy to see this relationship exists in such a cold world. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/13/2023 9:01:00 AM Thx so much Paige for reading

Charlotte Puddifoot Date: 12/9/2023 4:12:00 AM this is a romantic sonnet you wrote for your wife, reiterating your commitment..i'm sure most women would love to receive a sonnet such as this; your wife is blessed to have someone like you, because it makes a big difference to have a supportive partner by your side through illness.. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/9/2023 5:57:00 AM That's very sweet thx

Sara Kendrick Date: 12/7/2023 2:04:00 PM What an honorable man are you. We need more men who will be faithful no matter what the circumstances (I think there are exceptions as in illegal drug use, alcoholism, and abuse and the person will not seek help. Thank you for sharing this one with us..Sara K Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/7/2023 2:16:00 PM I'm no one special, for sure. Thx for generous comment

John Lawless Date: 12/7/2023 7:09:00 AM Magnificent Tom, a beautiful sonnet that captures the tenacity of the "weaker" sex and the depth of love that cherishes their strength. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/7/2023 1:36:00 PM I'm glad you could see the sincerity with which it was written. Thx much

Christina Bowring Date: 12/6/2023 4:14:00 PM Such exquisite beauty Tommy - just like your beautiful wife. She is stunning isn’t she, inside and outside. Perfect! So sorry to hear what she has to endure but I’m sensing a very strong spirit here. Love this loving sonnet to her full of tenderness. Such a joy to read such devotion and loyalty. Like Inky has said, you both appear much younger - you are very young at heart I would imagine from reading all your comments, etc. ( I’m like a big kid at times! Peter Pan and all that!) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/6/2023 4:18:00 PM We're all still kids at heart. Cosmically speaking, were embryonic! Thx so much for nice comment Christina Bowring Date: 12/6/2023 4:15:00 PM It’s an honour not just reading your poem but getting to know you a bit more. Thank you for sharing this amongst your poetic friends. Much blessings to you both. :) :)

Lioness Onpaper Date: 12/6/2023 9:44:00 AM not Aphrodite's vernal ivory skin.. nor Cleopatra's jasmine scented hair..could tempt this man to stray in lustful sin… the power a woman can hold over a man’s love, loyalty n longing!!! Strong start!! my promise is to stay through sun and rain remembering the vows made under God.. ok this line got to me!!! let's celebrate our love 'til morning light and may we ne'er forget this cherished night.. aah the magic of your words!! You paint this piece with her purity n pain.. You craft such beauty !! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/6/2023 9:47:00 AM That's quite a comment. Thank you

Valsa George Date: 12/5/2023 9:12:00 PM What a sweet poem. I can imagine how happy she must have been reading your poem of deep assurance of support in her chronic painful condition. This is the best a husband can do for his wife. Your dedication and love for your wife is greatly appreciated dear Tom. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/6/2023 4:37:00 AM Much thx Valsa

Tonye George Date: 12/5/2023 1:25:00 PM This should be my favourite poem of yours. I love the first four lines. Not Cleopatra's jasmine scented hair. Indeed no earthly beauty can shake your love. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/5/2023 1:26:00 PM She's the real deal. Thx Tonye

Paul Bell Date: 12/5/2023 10:58:00 AM Anyone living with pain is a battle only they can go through, but help is always appreciated. Hope your sonnet went down well. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/5/2023 12:40:00 PM Sure. She tends to favor the ones that are about her ;) thx

Dennis Spilchuk Date: 12/5/2023 6:09:00 AM Just beautiful Tom, a lovingly expressed anniversary sonnet for your dear wife. Wish you and her the best. Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/5/2023 6:18:00 AM Much thx for support Dennis

Hiya Sharma Date: 12/5/2023 4:01:00 AM Oh my, every word here is filled with so much love and swirling in elegance of pure affection! Your wife looks really sweet and like such a beautiful lady.. I know someone who suffers with fibromyalgia as well and how worse the pain gets.. I do hope that her pain soothes and she gets some relief..You've written a very enchanting sonnet for her, conveying true emotions & I honestly loved reading this, especially that opening with 'Aphrodite' and 'Cleopatra' mentions.. Gorgeously woven! :) a fav Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/5/2023 5:28:00 AM Despite her pain she is more concerned about what she can do for others than herself. Thx Hiya

Mystic Rose Rose Date: 12/5/2023 3:12:00 AM ah, she must have melted like butter reading this. My prayers are with you and your beautiful wife, may she find comfort in your loving heart always and forever Woody :) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/5/2023 5:27:00 AM Very sweet thanks Rose

Bill Baker Date: 12/4/2023 5:22:00 PM Your words and love have touched my heart and soul, Tom. A beautiful tribute Sonnet to your lovely wife. It is always uplifting to me, to hear words of true love and commitment like you've shared with us, my friend. My prayers are with you both. May God bless the Love you two share. A FAV for my list. Bill Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/4/2023 5:27:00 PM Thx Bill. I try to write mostly fiction and not reveal to much of myself. I'm glad you appreciated this one

Arlo Parker Date: 12/4/2023 1:12:00 PM An "amateur poet" succeeds. A delightful, heartfelt sonnet paints love in brilliant, knowing colors. ;o) Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/4/2023 1:48:00 PM Haha. Yep I freely admit it. Thx much for support

Kim Rodrigues Date: 12/4/2023 12:20:00 PM You are the one to cherish as well. Real love stays strong. God bless! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/4/2023 1:49:00 PM Ooh I like that. Thx kim

Vijay Pandit Date: 12/4/2023 5:30:00 AM A song of love straight from the heart--echoing celebration of life together. Nothing more precious to her, that to hear the promise of forever. A beautiful poem, Tom--words that tug the heart! Login to Reply Tom Woody Date: 12/4/2023 6:48:00 AM It'll be thirty years 12/22. Thx Veej

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